Electrical Engineering Manager

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing in El Segundo, CA seeks a Front‑Line Electrical Engineering Manager to lead electrical design and product ownership of antenna and RF systems for government and commercial satellites. The role drives technical strategy, team leadership, and supplier engagement within the Integrated Design Engineering group.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 5+ years in RF/microwave/antenna engineering, and prior leadership or program management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related technical field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in RF, microwave, antenna, or related disciplines.
• Experience with technical oversight, integration, and verification of complex hardware systems.

Responsibilities

• Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the areas of Passive microwave, Antenna feeds, and RF testing, including RF High power and array products.
• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals.
• Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.
• Manages, develops and motivates employees.

Skills

RF engineering

Antenna design

Leadership

Project management

Systems verification

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related technical field

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is hiring for a Front-Line Electrical Engineering Manager in El Segundo, CA to lead all electrical design as well as product ownership of Antenna/Array Feeds, Passive Microwave Devices and RF test verification. This leadership role within Boeing Mission Systems Integrated Design Engineering will be able to directly influence the success of multiple government and commercial satellites, in addition to One Boeing opportunities.

Position Responsibilities

• Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the areas of Passive microwave, Antenna feeds, and RF testing, including RF High power and array products
• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals
• Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes
• Manages, develops and motivates employees

Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related technical field
• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course "Exploring Leadership"
• 5+ years of engineering experience in RF, microwave, antenna, or related disciplines
• Experience with technical oversight, integration, and verification of complex hardware systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience managing engineering teams in aerospace or defense
• Hands-on experience with passive microwave devices, antenna feeds, and RF test systems
• Experience supporting satellite or space hardware programs
• Experience leading process improvement and supplier technical management

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
• The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $151,300 - $204,700

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 26, 2026

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.